Playground balls?

cardio.junkie · 11-11-09, 11:49 AM

I am looking at getting a ball to use with Fluidity and Pure Barre, but I don't have any idea what size to get?? Or brand? I see amazon has some Jfit ones for like $8? I want to make sure it's very durable as well. Any recommendations??? Do playground balls work the best, or should I get a Jfit one or I see there is one out there that is a body fusion ball?

Any info would be great! Thank you!

Lucky Star · 11-11-09, 12:17 PM

Gee I just picked up one of those 99cent kids' balls at my supermarket, about 7-8" across. Works just fine.

laurajhawk · 11-11-09, 12:25 PM

I have the "official" Fluidity ball, which I've also used for P57, and I agree a 7-8" playground ball would be just as good. For Pure Barre Pershing Square, I bought a smaller ball -- 4 or 5 inches -- at Target. I got a baby basketball because they were out of playground balls that small. The basketball's very durable but feels very rough when I wear shorts; I'd rather have a playground ball.

PhyllisG · 11-11-09, 12:47 PM

I bought an 8" one at Target for $3 and picked up another one at CVS for $1.

steakhousegirl · 11-11-09, 12:51 PM

The balls always fly out from my legs so I'm using a yoga block which works much better IMO.

cardio.junkie · 11-14-09, 09:20 PM

I found them at Target, and they look perfect. Are these durable enough to put weight on as well? Aren't there exercises where you sit on the ball to do core work?

Thanks for all the info!

LauraBella · 11-14-09, 09:33 PM

Well, my official Fluidity ball no longer holds air. But, my cheapo Walmart/Target balls are still fluffy and happy.

Lucky Star · 11-14-09, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steakhousegirl

The balls always fly out from my legs so I'm using a yoga block which works much better IMO.

I was careful to choose one that wasn't so full. After sitting around for a while it started to deflate a bit more, so it's a bit squishier and stays put easily. But you can use a yoga block or, even cheaper and easier, just a cushion.

juberann · 11-14-09, 11:13 PM

That pink "Pilates" ball that came with the newest 10 Minute Solution Pilates workout is perfect for P57!!! I can inflate/deflate, using the straws, as I see fit. In fact,I like this soft ball SO much,it was worth the price of the kit

Judy

windyh · 11-15-09, 02:09 PM

It's probably not the right size, but my kids had a Nerf football lying around so I used it one day & now it's all I use. I love how it doesn't slide around and it feels so soft & squishy but firm also.

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11-11-09, 11:49 AM
cardio.junkie Join Date: Nov 2007	Playground balls? I am looking at getting a ball to use with Fluidity and Pure Barre, but I don't have any idea what size to get?? Or brand? I see amazon has some Jfit ones for like $8? I want to make sure it's very durable as well. Any recommendations??? Do playground balls work the best, or should I get a Jfit one or I see there is one out there that is a body fusion ball? Any info would be great! Thank you!

11-11-09, 12:17 PM
Lucky Star VF Supporter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: A helluva town	Gee I just picked up one of those 99cent kids' balls at my supermarket, about 7-8" across. Works just fine. __________________ ~ Gina ~ "Remain cheerful, for nothing destructive can pierce through the solid wall of cheerfulness." ~Sri Chinmoy "We are so fortunate that we get to exercise!" ~Erin O'Brien

11-11-09, 12:25 PM
laurajhawk Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado	I have the "official" Fluidity ball, which I've also used for P57, and I agree a 7-8" playground ball would be just as good. For Pure Barre Pershing Square, I bought a smaller ball -- 4 or 5 inches -- at Target. I got a baby basketball because they were out of playground balls that small. The basketball's very durable but feels very rough when I wear shorts; I'd rather have a playground ball. __________________ - Laura "Don't say 'I can't' ... say 'I presently suck at this thing.'" - Matt Meese, BYU Divine Comedy

11-11-09, 12:47 PM
PhyllisG Join Date: May 2005 Location: Woodstock NY	I bought an 8" one at Target for $3 and picked up another one at CVS for $1.

11-11-09, 12:51 PM
steakhousegirl Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Illinois	The balls always fly out from my legs so I'm using a yoga block which works much better IMO. __________________ P90X Grad STS Grad Insanity Grad Turbo Fire Grad S90 Grad P90X2 Grad

11-14-09, 09:20 PM
cardio.junkie Join Date: Nov 2007	I found them at Target, and they look perfect. Are these durable enough to put weight on as well? Aren't there exercises where you sit on the ball to do core work? Thanks for all the info!

11-14-09, 09:33 PM
LauraBella Join Date: Sep 2009	Well, my official Fluidity ball no longer holds air. But, my cheapo Walmart/Target balls are still fluffy and happy.

11-14-09, 11:13 PM
juberann Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Oregon	That pink "Pilates" ball that came with the newest 10 Minute Solution Pilates workout is perfect for P57!!! I can inflate/deflate, using the straws, as I see fit. In fact,I like this soft ball SO much,it was worth the price of the kit Judy

11-15-09, 02:09 PM
windyh VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: USA	It's probably not the right size, but my kids had a Nerf football lying around so I used it one day & now it's all I use. I love how it doesn't slide around and it feels so soft & squishy but firm also.